proof
/pruːf/
noun
- Evidence or facts that show something is true or exists.
- The detective found proof that the suspect was at the scene.
- Her success is proof that hard work pays off.
- Do you have any proof that you paid the bill?
- A test or trial to show that something is correct or works properly.
- The new software is still in the proof stage.
- They put the safety equipment to the proof before using it.
- The recipe was a proof of her cooking skills.
- A standard measure of the alcohol content in a drink, especially liquor.
- The label on the bottle shows the proof number.
- This whiskey is 80 proof, which means it is 40% alcohol.
- He only drinks spirits that are at least 100 proof.
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verb
- To make something resistant to a specified thing, such as water, fire, or damage.
- The company proofs its fabrics to make them stain-resistant.
- We need to proof the basement against flooding.
- He proofed the wooden deck with a special sealant.
- To read and correct a text for errors before it is printed or published.
- I need to proof my essay one more time.
- The editor will proof the article before it goes to press.
- She proofed the manuscript for spelling mistakes.
adjective
- Resistant to something; able to withstand or protect against a specified thing.
- They installed a bulletproof window for security.
- This jacket is waterproof, so it keeps you dry in the rain.
- The safe is fireproof and can protect documents from heat.